Experience Antwerp with Boulevard Leopold and Franq Hotel
Antwerp, the diamond district of Belgium, is an underrated gem in the international design landscape. From vintage antique stores to chic indie galleries, Antwerp has all the marks of a design-thinking city. The 19th century buildings have given a historical ambience to this place that revels in merging several architectural styles. Contemporary talent is growing in this city, bringing collectors and clients in large numbers. The warm and lush shades of bronze and green give this city a distinctive palette. Yet, it is the intermingling of tradition and modernity visible in every corner of this city that truly sets it apart from the rest of the world.
FOR CREATIVE TRAVELLERS
STAY AY BOULEVARD LEOPOLD
A 19th century house in the middle of the Jewish quarter of Antwerp retains it's original style while making a perfect home for a modern traveller.
The inspiration is drawn from the antique capital of the world, Belgium itself with a warm touch of elegance. Away from the busy city centre, Boulevard Leopold allows you to experience the city like a local with authentic cafes, art nouveau homes, open air museum parks around the corner.
Uniquely styled bedrooms would appeal to artists and creatives with a discerning eye. Martin, the host and stylist of the place, makes your stay comfortable with his warm presence. Imagine spending your morning in the living room that is a mini museum with books, objects and antiques collected over a period of time with home made breakfast.
Olive greens of the interiors particularly stood out for us making it a space of inspiration. We curated a guide to explore this part of the city while you stay at Boulevard Leopold.
Walk to Beni falafel for a take away lunch with the most authentic, melt in your mouth savoury pastry and middle eastern sandwich.
Walk around WaterlooStraat to spot distinct art nouveau facades
Visit the Middleheim Museum open air sculpture park
Stop by at the August hotel Design shop for a curated range of products.
To understand the confluence of cultures, take a trip to the Portuguese synagogue in the diamond district
Dine at standard pizza in PAKT, a modern community of design businesses.
FOR CLASSIC LUXURY TRAVELLERS
STAY AT FRANQ HOTEL
A Relais & Châteaux boutique hotel and restaurant FRANQ is located in the-central historical district of Antwerp, making it a perfect place for global travellers seeking luxury and comfort. With its combination of Neo classical architectural historical charm and modern in room aesthetics, it has a wide appeal.
We bring you a contemporary design guide for Antwerp, walking distance from FRANQ.
CONCEPT STORES
Magazyn
Graanmarkt 13
Dille and Kamille
BOOKSHOPS
Luddites books and wine
tStad leest
The other shop
IMS Tijdschriften
Copyright bookshop
Erk tonen books
ANTIQUE STORES
Monique stam
The recollection
CULTURAL SPACES
Museum ann de stroom
Plantin Moretus museum
Annatunnel
COFFE AND PASTRY
Belga and co
Gossens
Normo
